How many syllables in “hob”?
1
syllable in "hob"
hob
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Word details
Syllables
1
hob
Letters
3
h · o · b
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
h4
o1
b3
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About the word “hob”
The word “hob” contains 1 syllable, divided as hob. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hob" have?
"hob" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "hob" into syllables?
"hob" is divided into syllables as: hob.
What is the Scrabble score for "hob"?
The Scrabble score for "hob" is 8 points.
Using “hob” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "hob" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “hob” is worth 8 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.